In Memory

Joseph Sims - Class Of 1879

Joseph A. Sims died Tuesday afternoon at his home east of Delphi, after an extended illness with heart trouble. Mr. Sims returned several weeks ago from Lafayette hospital where he took treatment and seemed somewhat improved in health. His death Tuesday was unexpected. Deceased was born in Delphi August 10, 1861, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Sims Sr. He was married May 16, 1883 to Caroline F. Milroy, who survives him. Two children were born to them a daughter, Mrs. A. C. Clauser and a son, John Sims, of Chicago Four grandchildren are living. Mr. Sims was educated in the Delphi high school and attended two terms at Depauw University. His entire life had been spent in Carroll county. THE HOOSIER DEMOCRAT, FLORA, INDIANA, AUGUST 17, 1929